AGW 10/24
Dear Lancer Families,
As technology continues to play a significant role in our students’ lives, helping them navigate the digital world safely and responsibly has become an important part of our mission at St. Michael Parish School. We believe that helping students become safe, respectful, and responsible digital citizens requires a strong partnership between home and school. We continue to make it a priority to provide meaningful opportunities for both students and parents to learn more about online safety, digital balance, and responsible communication.
Over the past month, we have provided several opportunities for both students and parents to learn more about cyber safety and responsible technology use:
On September 30th, students in Jr. High viewed Screenagers: The Next Chapter.
This week, Liz Repking presented lessons on Cyber Safety to all Junior High students.
Last week, we hosted a parent screening of Screenagers: Mental Health.
All parents received an email from SMPO with links to view all three Screenagers films from home.
Coming up on December 10th, the Diocese will offer Beyond the Books, a virtual program for parents focusing on the topic of Safety and Technology presented by experts from Homeland Security.
If your child has access to a device that allows them to use social media, group chats, or online gaming platforms, we ask that you continue to monitor their online activity closely. Together, we can reinforce the lessons of respect, kindness, and digital responsibility that we are emphasizing at school.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support.
Make it a great day, Lancers!
Adam Ferguson
Principal
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Last week, SMPO invited parents to a screening of SCREENAGERS NEXT CHAPTER: Addressing Mental Health in the Digital Age. In case you missed the documentary, here is a link to watch it online:
https://www.eventcombo.com/e/screenagers-growing-up-in-the-digital-age-screenagers-next-c-77211
How to watch:
1. You will need to register and get your free ticket
2. You will receive your ticket by email.
3. Your ticket will have a link (and a QR code) for the movie. See SAMPLE.
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2025 St Michael’s Athletics Trivia Night!
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2025
DOORS OPEN @ 6:45 PM
TRIVIA BEGINS @ 7:30 PM
CASHIN GYM
$50/person or $100/couple
Put together a team of 8-12, come up with a theme, and dress for your table theme.
Bring your own food & drinks for your table.
Show up and have a great time!
ALL FUNDS RAISED WILL BENEFIT THE ST. MICHAEL NO-CUT ATHLETIC PROGRAM
Pay ahead of time or at the door!
Bring Cash for raffles and side games!
In order to secure a table, please get your team together and sign up ASAP!
Team captains, please fill out the attached Google Form, you will be asked to include team name/theme and team member names. You will be able to edit after your initial submission.
Any questions… jwolf@stmichaelcommunity.org
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SMPO Invites you to join us for our Annual Poinsettia Sale Fundraiser!
The Advent and Christmas seasons are approaching. Check one to-do off your list and order a
lovely holiday poinsettia from Schaefer Greenhouses! The fresh plants are delivered in a pot cover and a festive holiday sleeve.
It's easy to order!
You can either complete this form: https://forms.gle/Eb5GRANU8zrm64f79
> If your online order was successfully submitted, you will receive a confirmation email! <OR you can print and complete the attached order form in your email and send it to the school office with your payment of cash or check payable to SMPO by Monday, November 3. If paying by check, please write Poinsettia in the memo line.
Orders will arrive on Thursday, December 4. School pick-up location and time will be
communicated closer to the delivery date.
If you have any questions, please contact Nikki Melody at nicholecool23@gmail.com.
Thank you for your support!
St. Michael Parent Organization
💬 Reminder! Order hot lunch! New students will need an ID number to complete the order. For your student’s meal order ID number, log into FACTS and click Resource Documents under School. Scroll down to: My Meal Order 25-26 students.
UPCOMING EVENTS
COMMUNITY POSTS
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St. Michael families are planning a ski weekend…and you’re invited!
Click to view the flyer with info & sign-up link.
*Important Note: this event is not a school or parish sponsored event - just families connecting through the community, planning this event together!
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Looking for a little tutoring help for your student? Check out this new offering from College Tutors.
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UPCOMING EVENTS FOR STUDENTS & PARENTS (graphics attached) – Registration is open for all events!
FUTURE SPARTAN SHADOW DAYS at SFHS – 8th grade students see classes with a student host, have lunch, and experience college prep with a Franciscan spirit.
Select days, Monday-Friday
SPARTAN SHOWCASE: PERSONAL TOUR NIGHTS - Personal Tour Nights are designed with your family in mind. These personal tours offer a flexible, small-group opportunity to explore our campus and learn how SFHS can support your student's growth in faith, learning, leadership, and service.
Tuesday, October 21; 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 19; 6:00 p.m.
SPARTAN SHOWCASE: OPEN HOUSE – Our most comprehensive visit event!
Sunday, November 2; 1:00 p.m.
STEP UP DAY (8th grade only) - Eighth graders will spend a half day exploring mini classes filled with demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and interactive activities.
Friday, October 10; 8:00 a.m.
RISE UP LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE (8th grade only) - Rise Up is an opportunity for all current 8th grade students to participate in a day of leadership, teamwork, character building, and service run by the National Honor Society. St. Francis High School’s National Honor Society members guide current 8th grade students through activities and workshops that prepare them for high school and beyond.
Saturday, November 8; 10:00 a.m.
FALL MIDDLE SCHOOL NIGHTS – Come cheer on the Spartans! Free admission for grade school students with your pre-registration.
Fall Play – “A Voice in the Dark: A Salem Story”: Thursday, October 16; 7:30 p.m.
Register for events at https://www.sfhscollegeprep.org/admissions/visit-st-francis-high-school
St. Francis High School, a co-educational Catholic institution in Wheaton, Illinois, is dedicated to college preparation and has been fostering students' spiritual, academic, physical, and social growth for over 65 years.
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Upcoming Events
SHADOW DAYS:
A Shadow Day gives 7th and 8th graders the opportunity to immerse themselves in a traditional school day and learn why every day is a great day to be a Redwing!
Tuesdays & Thursdays - beginning in October
8:00 AM - 2:15 PMBAGELS AT BENET:
Parents, please join us for coffee and conversation about Benet with our Director of Admissions, Matt Grigas, our Manager of Admissions, Kelsey Peceniak, and several other faculty members, counselors, administrators, and students.
Select Wednesdays October - April
8:00 AM - 10:00 AMSTEP-UP DAYS:
Designed specifically for 7th and 8th graders, a Step-Up Day is a half-day where future Redwings experience what it will be like to "step-up" to 9th grade as an athlete, artist, and faith-centered student.
Friday, October 10; 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Tuesday, November 11; 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Optional HSPT Prep Workshop: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PMOPEN HOUSE:
An opportunity for the whole family to meet our faculty, staff, coaches, students, and other members of the Benet community while learning how Benet fosters the on-going religious, intellectual, and social development of its students.
Sunday, October 19; 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMPRACTICE ENTRANCE EXAM:
Created to reduce anxiety and provide meaningful feedback prior to the Entrance Exam, our practice test stimulates the full Entrance Exam for your child while giving them practical experience to help them find even greater success on the exam in December.
Saturday, November 8; 8:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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5th-8th grade families are invited to the Marmion Open House on Sunday, October 26th, 1-3pm
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Sunday, October 5 and Sunday, November 9 at 9 am
Rosary College Prep will be hosting practice high school entrance exams for all current 8th graders.
This practice entrance exam will allow 8th grade girls and boys to become familiar with the exam in a realistic testing situation.
Rosary and many Catholic high schools use the results of this exam and other factors to determine acceptance, class placement, and scholarship decisions.
The practice exam is $30 per student and is open to BOTH boys and girls.
Register HERE
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